The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Ban Trump Supporters from Gigs

18 June 2025 rocknews

Trump Sparks a Riff in Rock: The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Draws a Line

Just when you thought Donald Trump had stirred every pot imaginable, he’s now facing backlash from the world of rock. Florida post-hardcore vets The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus have made headlines for banning Trump supporters from their shows—prompting fresh waves of praise, criticism, and reflection across the music scene.

“Don’t Come. Forever.” – Ronnie Winter Breaks the Silence

Ronnie Winter, lead singer of The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, lit up Instagram this week with a fiery video:

“If you’re a Christian and you voted for Donald Trump, shame on you. You are not allowed to come to my shows. I don’t want you there… Forever. Don’t come. Goodbye.”

Winter even offered full ticket refunds to anyone who took issue with his stance, making it clear that this wasn’t a publicity stunt—it’s a mission statement. This all ties into his ongoing “Stay Woke” campaign, launched in 2020, which previously pushed for mask mandates and vaccinations at shows.

Who Are The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus?

Formed in Middleburg, Florida in 2003 by childhood friends Ronnie Winter and Duke Kitchens, the band exploded onto the scene with their 2006 debut Don’t You Fake It. Fueled by the hit single “Face Down”—an anti-domestic violence anthem—the band carved out their own lane in the emo/post-hardcore movement of the mid-2000s.

Other notable tracks include:

“Your Guardian Angel”
“False Pretense”
“Damn Regret”
“In Fate’s Hands”

The band has remained quietly consistent, releasing albums independently and building a loyal fanbase via constant touring and community engagement.

2025 Tour Highlights

Still going strong, TRJA are hitting major stops this year, including:
Warped Tour 2025
Bluewater BorderFest
When We Were Young Festival – Las Vegas

Their current setlist blends nostalgic bangers with deeper cuts and covers that keep the pit surging. A European leg hasn’t been confirmed yet, but with buzz building, a UK run might be just a scream away.

What It All Means

In a time when artists are often told to “shut up and sing,” Winter is choosing to shout—and whether fans agree or not, he’s owning it. For TRJA, music has always been about truth, impact, and making noise—on stage and off. Love it or loathe it, that’s the gig.